Premier League Prediction Thread 2023/2024

[Sterbens]

No doubt, Rashford hasn't played to the expected standard in these last few months. But it is not enough to conclude that he is no more an important player in Manchester United's squad. Rashford gave his best for the club last season, and since the beginning of this season he has been a leg in and a leg out of playing moment all because of injury. I think it's quite too early to underrate this guy because if he wasn't good, clubs like PSG won't be running after him. it will be good to see the Manchester United board make moves in retaining this guy.

Judging by the amount that PSG is offering (a million a week), Rashford will agree. And this causes conflicting feelings in me: firstly, the cheating PSG continues to kill football with oil money, secondly, I am happy for Rashford financially, but in terms of ambitions, moving to PSG is like moving to a talent graveyard. I would like Rashford to stay at United, but objectively he is not worth that kind of money.

You are right that Paris Saint Germain is like a graveyard for talented players. Indeed, their superiority in finances makes players tempted by the money offered, but on the other hand it's like slow killing in football. They dare to pay above the value they should. I would also probably agree more with Marcus Rashford staying at Manchester United rather than joining Paris Saint Germain. And also he is needed more by Manchester United than the Ligue 1 rulers.

[Altryist]

I would not say a talent graveyard,when you are in the middle of so many talented players you have to show your value in order to have a place in the team.I think it is the correct upgrade for PSG as they need a really good midfielder/attacker/wing player now especially for the Champions League stages more than for the Ligue 1 because there PSG is on another planet.

Manchester United will also benefit a huge financial package by this move so this to me looks more like a win win situation than anything else so I hope to see him in PSG next year.

Rashford is in great shape and has his whole career ahead of him, but I don't understand why PSG need him? He simply may not have a permanent place in the main team and thus it will be very difficult to keep in shape. But I agree to a contract with such payment would be a great temptation against which he might not be able to refuse. For Manchester United, this will also be a good deal, because they will receive a lot of money for future transfers.

[Zilon]

No doubt, Rashford hasn't played to the expected standard in these last few months. But it is not enough to conclude that he is no more an important player in Manchester United's squad. Rashford gave his best for the club last season, and since the beginning of this season he has been a leg in and a leg out of playing moment all because of injury. I think it's quite too early to underrate this guy because if he wasn't good, clubs like PSG won't be running after him. it will be good to see the Manchester United board make moves in retaining this guy.

Judging by the amount that PSG is offering (a million a week), Rashford will agree. And this causes conflicting feelings in me: firstly, the cheating PSG continues to kill football with oil money, secondly, I am happy for Rashford financially, but in terms of ambitions, moving to PSG is like moving to a talent graveyard. I would like Rashford to stay at United, but objectively he is not worth that kind of money.

You are right that Paris Saint Germain is like a graveyard for talented players. Indeed, their superiority in finances makes players tempted by the money offered, but on the other hand it's like slow killing in football. They dare to pay above the value they should. I would also probably agree more with Marcus Rashford staying at Manchester United rather than joining Paris Saint Germain. And also he is needed more by Manchester United than the Ligue 1 rulers.

PSG finds pleasure in going for players with attitude problem one too heavy for them to control. Rashford has the same level of sentiment as Neymar maybe since Marcus will be coming from the bench more often it might not become too pronounced.

 I won't say PSG is a graveyard, the club management are trying their best to see there is balance in their team, but the players are so bent on selling their own faces. I'm also of the opinion United needs Rashford more, the club is still struggling with their forward attack so the offer might not be tempting enough

[rendravolt]

There is not even a need to think about Liverpool's title probability. Because it is not even close to 50% obviously. There is a huge gap with the leader and Manchester City also. Liverpool just need a miracle to get ahead of all the teams ahead of them until the end of the season. Even if they get past the others they would still have a huge difficulty in catching up with the two teams at the top. To be realistic, I think the best position Liverpool can achieve this season is the 3rd one in the standings.

Even it would be enough for Liverpool to pull themselves together and maintain a decent form for a long time. Because consistency has been their main problem so far in the league. I don't understand how they can be like this in the EPL while they are the opposite in the Champions League.

At this current position and form of Liverpool they are far from winning the league this season. There is no need thinking about that now as a Liverpool fan. At this point Liverpool can concentrate on fighting for the top four spot and champions league qualification space. Manchester city and Arsenal look more likely to be contenders this season with a huge gap difference Liverpool will be unable to catch up.

It is quite difficult to accept that Liverpool's performance this season has been so bad, they have not been able to reach the top like the previous season. Arsenal and Manchester City have more chances to win the English Premier League title this season, but indeed the opportunity to qualify for the Champions League is the most important thing at this time for Liverpool, if they don't focus on the remaining matches, then they will find it difficult to face their opponents later.

[arimamib]

Marcus Rashford has to be defended and they also have to look for other players, of course that is difficult but the Manchester United team must be able to do that because at the moment this team is lacking in attack.
Joao Felix was also rumored with this new Manchester United after several other Premier League teams also wanted the player, so I think by looking at the current rumor news, Manchester United is very serious about bringing in a new striker.

the Manchester United team is a team that is down and is trying hard to get up, they are a great team in the Premier League so a lot of media and news continues to report about them.
but with what Ten Hag has done so far I believe this team will be able to rise, we just have to wait because it all takes process and time.

It will be a big loss for Manchester United if they can't convince Marcus Rashford stay at Old Trafford, he is still very young and his performances on the pitch have been very good. Other clubs have been monitoring Rashford's situation at Manchester United, especially PSG, who have a lot of money, can do anything to hijack Rashford from MU. Ten Hag has a big task after the world cup is over, besides having to make Rashford stay at MU, he also has to look for new players to improve the quality of his team. Cody Gakpo is very reasonable, but due to the good performance in the world cup the price is getting higher.

[tulusikhlas]

There is not even a need to think about Liverpool's title probability. Because it is not even close to 50% obviously. There is a huge gap with the leader and Manchester City also. Liverpool just need a miracle to get ahead of all the teams ahead of them until the end of the season. Even if they get past the others they would still have a huge difficulty in catching up with the two teams at the top. To be realistic, I think the best position Liverpool can achieve this season is the 3rd one in the standings.

Even it would be enough for Liverpool to pull themselves together and maintain a decent form for a long time. Because consistency has been their main problem so far in the league. I don't understand how they can be like this in the EPL while they are the opposite in the Champions League.

At this current position and form of Liverpool they are far from winning the league this season. There is no need thinking about that now as a Liverpool fan. At this point Liverpool can concentrate on fighting for the top four spot and champions league qualification space. Manchester city and Arsenal look more likely to be contenders this season with a huge gap difference Liverpool will be unable to catch up.

It is quite difficult to accept that Liverpool's performance this season has been so bad, they have not been able to reach the top like the previous season. Arsenal and Manchester City have more chances to win the English Premier League title this season, but indeed the opportunity to qualify for the Champions League is the most important thing at this time for Liverpool, if they don't focus on the remaining matches, then they will find it difficult to face their opponents later.

True, at least Liverpool have to focus on the position to go to the Champions League next season. There's no need to talk about the championship because it's becoming more difficult now, there really needs to be a miracle when talking about them to become one of the teams to compete for the championship with all the situations they are facing now. There is still time for Liverpool to get back into the top 4 in the standings even though they have to work extra.

[Oluwa-btc]

The January transfer market cannot be missed by Manchester United to build a team, bringing in new players can help improve the team's performance and improve its position. Ten Hag had to bring Manchester United to finish in the Champions League zone as his initial achievement as Manchester United coach.
Cody Gakpo is a perfect fit for Manchester United who are looking for a player capable of operating in the position left by Ronaldo, while Manchester United must also convince Marcus Rashford to stay at Old Trafford with a new contract offer.

There has been a lot of coverage in the media regarding Man United which I think will burn quite a lot of money in the January transfer market.
from hunting defenders to attackers. Ten Hag needs everything to be able to appear with a better squad. moreover, it is rumored that several names are ready to be released in the transfer market later.

Judging from the squad, Player's like Aaron Wan Bissaka, Donny Van Dee Beek and some attacking players who haven't had a proper chance to play needs to find an alternative. In the terms of defending, Manchester United are currently targeting Denzel Dumfries of Inter Milan who impressed but got knocked out by Argentina. Still not okay with Harry Maguire as he can't defend for himself and his lack of pace is another hindrance to our defense.

The midfielder's are currently looking sharp but live without Erikson should be planned as he signed a contact that'll take him from now till the end of the season. Players like Madison of Leicester City should be a possible replacement for him in that position.
In the central attack role/position, Alvaro Morata has been linked recently for that position as they need a replacement for Cristiano Ronaldo. The Left back role needs upgrade as I think Luke Shaw not looking sure down that wing, too dull.

[martyns]

I would not say a talent graveyard,when you are in the middle of so many talented players you have to show your value in order to have a place in the team.I think it is the correct upgrade for PSG as they need a really good midfielder/attacker/wing player now especially for the Champions League stages more than for the Ligue 1 because there PSG is on another planet.

Manchester United will also benefit a huge financial package by this move so this to me looks more like a win win situation than anything else so I hope to see him in PSG next year.

Rashford is in great shape and has his whole career ahead of him, but I don't understand why PSG need him? He simply may not have a permanent place in the main team and thus it will be very difficult to keep in shape. But I agree to a contract with such payment would be a great temptation against which he might not be able to refuse. For Manchester United, this will also be a good deal, because they will receive a lot of money for future transfers.

This deal is going to be ridiculous for Rashford as a player because I think if he is not starting regularly at Manchester United,then I don't see him being able to start regularly at PSG where we have the likes of Mbape,Messi,and Neymar who are in those positions that he plays respectively.I think he shouldn't even want to consider the move because it will just spoil his career.
I know Rashford is a good player that is important for Manchester United,but I don't think he will be able to cope with the challenges of first team spot in the PSG team.

[Zaguru12]

It will be a big loss for Manchester United if they can't convince Marcus Rashford stay at Old Trafford, he is still very young and his performances on the pitch have been very good. Other clubs have been monitoring Rashford's situation at Manchester United, especially PSG, who have a lot of money, can do anything to hijack Rashford from MU. Ten Hag has a big task after the world cup is over, besides having to make Rashford stay at MU, he also has to look for new players to improve the quality of his team. Cody Gakpo is very reasonable, but due to the good performance in the world cup the price is getting higher.

Rashford is currently United prolific attacker and I am not surprised seeing PSG showing motives of signing him. Weekly Wages of 850,000 has been prepared for him which can lure him there. But I doubt he will move there because English players hardly have there stint outside the EPL. Rashford will also be wary of this move considering how this big money move has affected players like Neymar and how Mbappe is also making a way out of there even with the massive amount he is earning.

But should United lose him it will be a big loss but this isn't the first time they have lost their star player. Ronaldo left at his peak and they managed to survive without him.

[SquallLeonhart]

Joao Felix is not a player who is strong with face to face fighting physically and I have feeling that Felix will hesitate to join Premier League. In addition, Felix is not a striker and he is not a player Manchester United need.

I feel like finding a good striker in the middle of the season will not be that easy. I get that they have some money but midseason transfers have two things that will make it bad for United. First of all everyone knows you are desperate so they ask for more money, that is the worst part and the most important part of the situation because if you pay a lot more than you should, that would be a terrible deal for you.

Another big deal is team chemistry, look at Lukaku, that dude was amazing in Inter, terrible at Chelsea, just because one player is good somewhere, doesn't mean they will be good everywhere and that is important part of it as well. These two are biggest issues.

[Jody.Drummer]

It will be a big loss for Manchester United if they can't convince Marcus Rashford stay at Old Trafford, he is still very young and his performances on the pitch have been very good. Other clubs have been monitoring Rashford's situation at Manchester United, especially PSG, who have a lot of money, can do anything to hijack Rashford from MU. Ten Hag has a big task after the world cup is over, besides having to make Rashford stay at MU, he also has to look for new players to improve the quality of his team. Cody Gakpo is very reasonable, but due to the good performance in the world cup the price is getting higher.

Rashford is currently United prolific attacker and I am not surprised seeing PSG showing motives of signing him. Weekly Wages of 850,000 has been prepared for him which can lure him there. But I doubt he will move there because English players hardly have there stint outside the EPL. Rashford will also be wary of this move considering how this big money move has affected players like Neymar and how Mbappe is also making a way out of there even with the massive amount he is earning.

But should United lose him it will be a big loss but this isn't the first time they have lost their star player. Ronaldo left at his peak and they managed to survive without him.

Even though it's like that, he's still one of the players who has always been a differentiator for Manchester United, especially with his current age, it's actually quite natural for Manchester United to still want to continue to defend Rashford because of course this will be a very good potential for them in the midst of the current crisis. happened on the attack line.
On the other hand he is not really a pure attacker because we know that he is a runner so it would be better to be positioned in a normal place but if there is still no pure attacker there he can be used as an alternative and Garnacho and Antony on either side.

[Docnaster]

I would not say a talent graveyard,when you are in the middle of so many talented players you have to show your value in order to have a place in the team.I think it is the correct upgrade for PSG as they need a really good midfielder/attacker/wing player now especially for the Champions League stages more than for the Ligue 1 because there PSG is on another planet.

Manchester United will also benefit a huge financial package by this move so this to me looks more like a win win situation than anything else so I hope to see him in PSG next year.

Rashford is in great shape and has his whole career ahead of him, but I don't understand why PSG need him. He simply may not have a permanent place in the main team and thus it will be very difficult to keep in shape. But I agree to a contract with such payment would be a great temptation against which he might not be able to refuse. For Manchester United, this will also be a good deal, because they will receive a lot of money for future transfers.

I wouldn't say that Rashford will not have a playing moment in PSG. Already they are a lot of games on the ground in which PSG will be featuring in, for that, I see their Moves toward young players to be a sort of safety plan. An unbalanced first and second team is a very good way of promoting fatigue obstacles, and I believe that is what the club is guiding against. it will be a good move for Rashford if the united board can not retain him.

[Coyster]

But should United lose him it will be a big loss but this isn't the first time they have lost their star player. Ronaldo left at his peak and they managed to survive without him.

Of course, not only Manchester United, but every club at one time or the other will lose/have lost their star player, but they must see it as what it is and move on, try to get a replacement and build the team around another player or basically revert to collective strategy.

Having said that, i don't think Rashford would leave Manchester United, if he was to leave i feel he would have left a few seasons ago when he hardly had playing time; but now Ronaldo is gone from the team and he is like the star player for Erik Ten Hag, he would definitely want to stay and prove himself at Old Trafford. If he moves to PSG, he will be moving into an uncertain future, one that he might not play regularly, i am pretty sure Rashford does not want to go back to the time when he was constantly on the bench. And as for the salary/wages that PSG can offer him, i think Manchester United can also do well in that area, i am pretty sure if they are to sign a contract extension with him, it will come with a significant salary raise.

[Rockstarguy]

It will be a big loss for Manchester United if they can't convince Marcus Rashford stay at Old Trafford, he is still very young and his performances on the pitch have been very good. Other clubs have been monitoring Rashford's situation at Manchester United, especially PSG, who have a lot of money, can do anything to hijack Rashford from MU. Ten Hag has a big task after the world cup is over, besides having to make Rashford stay at MU, he also has to look for new players to improve the quality of his team. Cody Gakpo is very reasonable, but due to the good performance in the world cup the price is getting higher.

Rashford will be a big loss for Manchester United,  I don't see any reason why Manchester United shouldn't stick to Manchester United.  He is a young player doing well for Manchester United,  young players like Rashford Marcus are the kind of players Manchester united needs to be more consistent in performance. PSG will quickly hijack Rashford if he is available because they already see good quality in him, I still believe Rashford will remain in Manchester United.

[Velvet78]

Joao Felix is a player who can be really helpful for Manchester United in the attacking side. He is a really talented striker but Atletico Madrid are preparing to part their ways with him anyway. Maybe he hasn't been one of the players Simeone likes to see in his lineup considering his strategies. I think Felix is great for especially teams that love to play attacking focused.

Manchester United like to play an offensive football this season and the thing they lack has been some finishing skills. They could have scored many more goals so far. I hope they can finish the Felix deal before some other teams intervene.

[hahay]

It will be a big loss for Manchester United if they can't convince Marcus Rashford stay at Old Trafford, he is still very young and his performances on the pitch have been very good. Other clubs have been monitoring Rashford's situation at Manchester United, especially PSG, who have a lot of money, can do anything to hijack Rashford from MU. Ten Hag has a big task after the world cup is over, besides having to make Rashford stay at MU, he also has to look for new players to improve the quality of his team. Cody Gakpo is very reasonable, but due to the good performance in the world cup the price is getting higher.

Rashford will be a big loss for Manchester United,  I don't see any reason why Manchester United shouldn't stick to Manchester United.  He is a young player doing well for Manchester United,  young players like Rashford Marcus are the kind of players Manchester united needs to be more consistent in performance. PSG will quickly hijack Rashford if he is available because they already see good quality in him, I still believe Rashford will remain in Manchester United.

In my personal opinion, Marcus Rashford was not that good before Erik ten Hag joined Manchetser United, but after Erik ten Hag became Manchester United coach, I think that Marcus Rashford has indeed experienced better performance developments this season. Therefore, of course, Erik ten Hag will not easily let Marcus Rashford go to another team or the current rumors about PSG, which of course will be easy to sign Marcus Rashford if the fee is high.
But if indeed selling Marcus Rashford can make Manchester United have a high profit as well, then I don't think there is anything wrong with letting go of Marcus Rashford.

Because after all there are still many other players who, if Erik ten Hag does have the ability to be able to shape players to have better performance, then at least that will make Manchester United quickly get other players to replace Marcus Rashford.
So, if Marcus Rashford chooses to stay or leave, I think it will still be good for both Marcus Rashford and also Manchester United.

[Pandu Geddon]

Joao Felix is a player who can be really helpful for Manchester United in the attacking side. He is a really talented striker but Atletico Madrid are preparing to part their ways with him anyway. Maybe he hasn't been one of the players Simeone likes to see in his lineup considering his strategies. I think Felix is great for especially teams that love to play attacking focused.

Manchester United like to play an offensive football this season and the thing they lack has been some finishing skills. They could have scored many more goals so far. I hope they can finish the Felix deal before some other teams intervene.

Previously, it was said that Joao Felix was not interested in United or Aston Villa. now strong news that Arsenal seems very interested in him.
Juventus even offered to swap Dusan Vlahovic for Joao Felix. Regarding the players, there are still too many rumors in the media. and the deal still hasn't happened. we are still waiting for the beginning of the year to see what agreement will be reached.

[sempak]

Joao Felix is a player who can be really helpful for Manchester United in the attacking side. He is a really talented striker but Atletico Madrid are preparing to part their ways with him anyway. Maybe he hasn't been one of the players Simeone likes to see in his lineup considering his strategies. I think Felix is great for especially teams that love to play attacking focused.

Manchester United like to play an offensive football this season and the thing they lack has been some finishing skills. They could have scored many more goals so far. I hope they can finish the Felix deal before some other teams intervene.

Previously, it was said that Joao Felix was not interested in United or Aston Villa. now strong news that Arsenal seems very interested in him.
Juventus even offered to swap Dusan Vlahovic for Joao Felix. Regarding the players, there are still too many rumors in the media. and the deal still hasn't happened. we are still waiting for the beginning of the year to see what agreement will be reached.

Surely we can expect and demand things from Manchester? Take a look at how much money they've spent on players and salaries/transfer fees over the last few years. Only Manchester City would come close to that. Would it have been mismanagement? The past coaches were allowed to buy almost anything they wanted. Erik ten Hag wanted Frenkie de Jong, but he really doesn't seem to be interested in Manchester United. They won't be able to challenge for the title this season, but a team like United has to reach the CL every season based on the rankings. Supporters also demand more from their club, who for years have been the very best in England and perhaps the world.

[rby]

Joao Felix is a player who can be really helpful for Manchester United in the attacking side. He is a really talented striker but Atletico Madrid are preparing to part their ways with him anyway. Maybe he hasn't been one of the players Simeone likes to see in his lineup considering his strategies. I think Felix is great for especially teams that love to play attacking focused.

Manchester United like to play an offensive football this season and the thing they lack has been some finishing skills. They could have scored many more goals so far. I hope they can finish the Felix deal before some other teams intervene.

Joa Felix is a brilliant attacker who also is young and will have a great impact in Manchester United . He will be directly compared with players like Diaz who is doing well in Liverpool.
If Manchester United will get him or get Gakpo, the attacking force of Manchester United will increase. Also knowing that young stars like Garnacho are coimg up seriously to help Manchester United

[Distraction]

The transfer window is closing in and I have started to be wondering about what moves Newcastle are thinking of making now. As the World Cup is about to finish soon the teams will start focusing on their next matches directly. Meanwhile the winter transfer window is also going to be open. Newcastle have impressed with their performance a lot so far. I presume many of us weren't expecting them to have a run like this in the league with an average level of squad. They have a really big potential for the rest of the season also.

However they need to support this amazing form with some new decent transfers also. Because maybe they might not be able to keep the same level of effort with the same lineup in the rest of the season. Adding some new solid players would keep them powerful. It would still be not easy to convince top players maybe. They might need to finish the season in top 4 to do it easier.